The Lord's Suffering Servant - Part 1
Isaiah 53 is one of the most vivid prophecies in the Bible of Christ's redemptive work. Described as God's Suffering Servant, this Man of Sorrows would bear the iniquity of the Lord's sheep.
Radio broadcast for September 29, 2019
Observations from Philemon
Though Philemon is the shortest of all Pauline Epistles, it is contains wonderful lessons about respecting authority, living above reproach, forgiveness, and even redemption.
Radio broadcast for September 22, 2019
Thoughts on Repentance
Repentance is a fundamental theological concept in scripture. As Christians, we ought to have a good, working knowledge of this doctrine. In this episode of Words of Grace, Ben Winslett speaks to the origins and outworkings of repentance in a sinner's life.
Radio broadcast for September 15, 2019
If The Foundations Be Destroyed
David asked in Psalm 11, "if the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?" Sometimes things in life absolutely blindside you, threatening to erode even the most foundational parts of our lives. David reflects on this in Psalm 11, and grants us the hope that no matter the injustice or assault in this world, despite how troubling some situations are, God is yet on His throne and make ultimately right every wrong.
Radio broadcast for September 8, 2019
The Invitation of the Gospel
In today's edition of Words of Grace, we consider the gospel of Christ. What better of a subject for one to consider! The gospel is first a declaration of the death, burial, and resurrection of The Lord Jesus Christ for the sins of His people. But the gospel also comes with a command to those who believe it: Repent and be baptized! Moreover, the gospel includes the invitation to the heavy laden to come to Christ, their Saviour, to find rest.
Radio broadcast for September 1, 2019
The Beauty of Grace
When the full scope of human depravity and the pervasion of sinfulness among mankind is realized, the grace of God suddenly becomes a beautiful thing! In this program, we consider the grace of God, the free and unmerited favor, that brings salvation to sinners.
Radio broadcast for August 25, 2019
Letting Things Slip
In the wake of a couple of "celebrity Christians" recently falling away from the faith, the subject of falling away has been a part of many conversations within American Christianity. It's something we have to respond to, for such is an ever present reality. So how should we respond? Join Ben Winslett for his thoughts in today's edition of Words of Grace.
Radio broadcast for August 18, 2019
Respectful Dealings
In John 13, Jesus said all would know we are His disciples, not because of our orthodoxy, but because we love one another. This certainly doesn't downplay sound teachings, because the church is by definition the pillar and ground of the truth. But we are to love one another. This love is to foster an atmosphere of respect and courtesy between believers.
Radio broadcast for August 11, 2019
Exalted Unto Glory, Part 2
Continuing our message from last week's broadcast, we consider God's sovereign overruling of events and His provision of strength in our moments of weakness, which all work to bring Him glory.
Radio broadcast for August 4, 2019
Exalted Unto Glory, Part 1
The sole purpose of existence is to bring God glory. As a consequence of this, as well as the doctrine of God's sovereignty, God uses unlikely means to glorify Himself. He puts an end to the wisdom of men, and gives His strength during our weakness. Learn more in today's broadcast.
Radio broadcast for July 29, 2019
Especially Them That Believe
From a recent message at Flint River, Pastor Winslett shares thoughts on 1 Timothy 4:10, in which Paul said God is the Saviour of "all men, especially them that believe." From this interested passage, we observe that God has elect children from every category of mankind. However, there's one category we know for certain are saved: The believer!
Radio broadcast for July 21, 2019
Trusting God
The world has always been an uncertain place. Even living in a society with greater comfort, medicine, and technology, we all face things that are alarming and simply out of our control. What's the response of the believer to the stressful, even scary, challenges before us? We are to trust in God!
Radio broadcast for July 14, 2019
Repentance and Revival
We all want revival. Whether in a personal or collective sense, an increase in spirituality and strength is something we desperately need in American Christianity at present. What must occur for a revival to spark? Of course, we stand in need of an outpouring of the Holy Spirit. But another important ingredient to revival, perhaps more commonly overlooked, is repentance! In short, God promises healing and restoration when we turn from our wicked ways and seek His face.
Radio broadcast for July 7, 2019
The Theology of Salvation
Most people who have heard of Christianity have some sort of awareness of the concept of salvation. That is, they recognize that Christians believe in deliverance from sin, and thereby punishment. However, far fewer - including many believers - have a working knowledge of the theology of salvation. Often referred to as the links in the golden chain of salvation, Romans chapter 8 describes our deliverance as occurring in the phases of foreknowledge, predestination, calling, justification, and final glorification.
Radio broadcast for June 30, 2019
Using Our Gifts
Every born again person has been blessed with a spiritual gift, an ability to be used in the service of God. While these gifts are diverse, each is important and brings glory to God. What's your gift?
Radio broadcast for June 23, 2019
Eternal Life
Jesus Himself taught that the life He gives His children is, quite literally, eternal (John 17). What are the implications of this truth? Simply put, once a person has been gifted with salvation, nothing can sever him or her from their Saviour Jesus Christ.
Radio broadcast for June 16, 2019
My Sheep Hear My Voice
The Lord Jesus said in John chapter 10 that His sheep hear His voice. What does that statement mean? What are its implications? Will saved people hear Jesus' audible voice from time to time, or does Jesus have something else under consideration? Listen to this episode of Words of Grace for an in depth look at this beloved portion of the Gospel of John.
Radio broadcast for June 9, 2019
Desensitized
Presently, because of active political agendas, our culture is focused on one specific form of sexuality which the Bible condemns:homosexuality. While we concur, it's important to remember scripture condemns any and all sexuality outside of marriage as sinful! Sadly, many believers who reject homosexuality as sin are more than willing to turn a blind eye to depictions of fornication in popular media or even real life. This broadcast serves as a good reminder to pursue biblical morality in all areas, not just the hot button issues.
Radio broadcast for June 2, 2019
The Current Struggle
From indoctrination campaigns in television shows and movies to recent abortion bills, forces of light and darkness seem to be engaging in a sort of "tug of war" at present. This should come as no surprise, but what should be the response of the body of Christ to the current struggle? In short, more than ever, we need to return to the "Book of Acts" nature of the church.
Radio broadcast for May 26, 2019
The Role of the Ministry
In today's broadcast, we share a portion of a recent message from Flint River Church on the role of the gospel ministry in the life of a child of God. Suffice it to say, God intends for His word to be preached, both publicly and privately, for very specific reasons. On one hand, we are to convert, comfort, and exhort His elect. On the other hand, our message stands as a testimony against ungodliness.
Radio broadcast for May 19, 2019.
The Savour of Christ
As disciples manifest the knowledge of Christ to the culture around us, we become the "savor" (aroma or fragrance) of Christ to all men. However, depending on the spiritual condition of each individual, this is either perceived as a fragrance of life or a fragrance of death. Listen to learn more!
Radio broadcast for May 12, 2019
Praying Everywhere
To the Old Testament Israelite, the epicenter of prayer was the Temple of God in Jerusalem. But praise God, we can call upon His name anywhere we are and He hears our petitions. In this broadcast, we share part of a recent message from the Pulpit of Flint River, in which Ben Winslett commented on Paul's exhortation that disciples everywhere lift their holy hands in prayer.
Radio broadcast for May 5, 2019
Becoming Sons of God
In the prologue to John's gospel, the Apostle John wrote, "He came unto his own, and his own received him not. But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name..." This passage is commonly used to teach "decision regeneration," a doctrine which insists the new birth is the product of human volition. But is that John's actual intended meaning? Listen to today's broadcast to learn more.
Radio broadcast for April 28, 2019
The Sufferings of Christ
Easter is a time to remember not only the declaration of Christ's victory in the resurrection, but His great suffering on the cross. In this message, we revisit Crucifixion week to consider the "passion" of Christ.
Radio broadcast for April 21, 2019
Palm Sunday
This weekend, believers around the world commemorated what is known as Palm Sunday. Those of us who still use old fashioned, paper calendars to keep track of life events recognize the phrase as an annual occurrence. While most people are aware of the title, it would be reasonable to speculate that far fewer knew why the day was named as such. And yet even fewer likely understand the Biblical significance of its origin. Join us for this episode of Words of Grace, in which we consider the Triumphal Entry of Christ into Jerusalem, from which the name "Palm Sunday" is derived.
Radio broadcast for April 14, 2019
What Happens at the Second Coming?
The hope of every follower of Christ is Jesus' return. We yearn for the day when all sorrows and sufferings shall cease. This brings up an interesting question: What does the Bible actually say about Jesus' second coming? In today's broadcast, we search the scriptures for explicit statements concerning the return of Christ.
Radio broadcast for April 8, 2019
The Lord is Not Slack
Peter wrote in 2 Peter 3:9, "The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance."
For believers in Sovereign Grace, this verse is usually one of the first prooftexts raised in opposition to concepts such as election or predestination. But does this verse really contradict the sovereignty of God in salvation? We insist, no it doesn't. In fact, as we explore the context of Peter's statement in this episode of Words of Grace, we see that rather than contradicting election, this text demands it!
Radio broadcast for March 31, 2019
Fruits of Life
In our last broadcast, we considered the great assurances which the Bible promises to the believer; namely, that believers have passed from death to life (as attested by their faith), and have the promise of deliverance with Christ in the world to come. But this concept brings up an interesting thought: True righteous works are the fruits of eternal life. As preachers of old would say, good works and faith are evidences of a gracious state. Join us for this message on such fruits of salvation.
Radio broadcast for March 24, 2019
What is Faith?
In our last broadcast, we shared the many promises given to believers found in John's gospel; declarative statements assuring deliverance for those who know God in the world to come. In this episode of Words of Grace, we revisit that theme of belief, answering the question from the scriptures, "what is faith?" If you've never considered the root of faith in the heart of a believer, you definitely want to listen.
Radio broadcast for March 17, 2019
The Blessing of Being a Believer
In recent broadcasts, we considered the topics of Eternal Security and then the undergirding doctrine of Particular Redemption, both from a beloved verse, John 6:37. In today's broadcast, we return to John chapter 6, this time with our focus on the great blessings promised to the believer in Christ.
Radio broadcast for March 10, 2019.
Limited Atonement
Last week on Words of Grace, we shared thoughts on the biblical reality of eternal security. Today, we consider the doctrine which "undergirds" this comforting concept, the doctrine of Limited Atonement. That is, because Jesus Christ came to save a people given to Him by His Father, and because His work for them is efficacious, there is eternal security for all ordained to eternal life.
Radio broadcast for March 3, 2019
Eternal Security
From Philippians 1:6, Pastor Winslett shares the comforting truth that if God begins a work in a person, He continues that work forever. We all struggle with our own sinfulness. To know that despite our failures, God is never "done" with us, but preserves us by His grace, is most comforting indeed!
Radio broadcast for February 24, 2019
Christ, From the Psalms
Most every Christian is familiar with the Book of Psalms, the hymn book of Ancient Israel. While they contain many devotional and experiential thoughts, we often fail to realize the doctrinal and especially Christological nature of the Psalms. In this episode of Words of Grace, we conduct a brief survey, merely scratching the surface of such Messianic Psalms.
Radio broadcast for February 17, 2019
The Ministry of the Holy Spirit
Our previous broadcast featured a message from Pastor Winslett on the personhood of the Holy Spirit. In today's broadcast, we revisit the biblical teaching about the Holy Spirit, focusing on His ministry to us in our daily lives.
Radio broadcast for February 10, 2019
The Holy Spirit
The Bible presents the eternal Godhead as a Trinity. That is, God is a Tri-Unity of Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. To paraphrase 1 John 5:7, there are three, the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, and these Three are One. In today's broadcast, we share a recent message by Pastor Winslett, on the subject of the Holy Spirit, the third Person of the Trinity. His focus, in specific, was the Personhood of the Holy Spirit.
Radio broadcast for February 3, 2019
Conversion
Speaking from Article 7 in our Statement of Faith, Pastor Winslett speaks about the Biblical concept of Conversion and how we use the word in our theology.
Radio broadcast for January 27, 2019
Final Exhortations
Concluding our study of the book of James, we come to James 5:13-20, and the Apostle's closing remarks to his audience. As the tongue, our speech, is a common theme in his epistle, James exhorts to a godly use of the tongue: praise, confession, and prayer.
Radio broadcast for January 20, 2019
Patience
How is a Disciple to endure persecution or unfair criticism? James' exhortation and encouragement to those in such a predicament can be summed up in a word: Patience! While many of us think of the concept of patience as having it's setting in annoyance or inconvenience, it's Biblical usage is often centered in the context of sufferings. James instructs us to be patient, as we await the return of our Lord Jesus, who even judge our persecutors!
Radio broadcast for January 13, 2019
Deacons' Charge
From a recent Deacon ordination at Flint River, Pastor Winslett charges two brothers as to the service and work of a deacon.
Howl Now, Rich Men!
In James chapter 5, the Apostle wrote, "Go to now, ye rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon you." To what specific rich men does James write this terrifying proclamation? What is the backstory behind this language? Join us for this edition of Words of Grace, in which we study through the early portions of James chapter 5.
Radio broadcast January 6, 2019
Happy New Year!
Boastings!
None of us know the future. And yet, sometimes men will brag about their future exploits with such certainty as if they were already accomplished. Truly, the tongue, though small, boasts of many great things. In this episode of Words of Grace, we consider James' exhortation against presumptuous boasting, from two perspectives; 1) We know not what a day will bring, and 2) Even in our speech, we should bow the knee to God's sovereignty.
Happy New Year!
Radio broadcast for December 30, 2018
Grace: Our Solution
We've really considered some heavy hitting lessons from the book of James in recent weeks. Toes are bruised. Consciences are bruised. Amidst all the rebukes of the Apostle James we've read (and will read), a bright ray of hope appears in James chapter 4: Our solution, God's grace. Our source of strength, enabling us to mortify temptations, the tongue, judgmentalism, etc., is the unlimited grace of God.
Radio broadcast for Decemner 23, 2018
Ask Not, Have Not
The Apostle James wrote that we have not because we ask not. This means there are blessings we could have, if we'd only ask. Worse, he also remarked that many times we aren't given what we pray for because our desires are motivated by carnal lusts! Oh, that we would know how to maturely pray. Tune in to this edition of Words of Grace from James chapter 4.
Radio broadcast for December 16, 2018.
Warring Among You
Coming to James chapter 4, we begin studying the unfortunate occurrence of "wars" between members of a church body. How do these sad displays of human carnality generally present themselves? By harmful words. Join us for this broadcast from James chapter 4.
Radio broadcast for December 9, 2018.
True Wisdom
There are but two sources of wisdom. One can either walk in the wisdom of this world and gender strife and destruction, or walk in the wisdom from above and introduce peace and preservation into their life. Join us for this message from James chapter 3, as we consider true wisdom.
Radio broadcast for December 2, 2018
Be Not Many Masters
Be not many masters. This stinging exhortation is found in James chapter 3, and serves to remind us of a consistent principle of Jesus' teaching: We should be careful not to become cynical critics! Join Pastor Winslett for this message in our continued study of James.
Radio broadcast for November 25, 2018
Putting Faith into Practice
Continuing our series through James, we consider the admonitions James makes to believers to "show their faith by their works." In short, doing good things by faith says much more about us than merely uttering the words "I believe."
Radio broadcast for November 18, 2018.
Guilty of All
Have you broken one single part of God's law? According to James, if you have, you're guilty of it all! In this broadcast, we come to the portion of James chapter 2 regarding God's Holy law and our universal guilt and condemnation.
Radio broadcast for November 11, 2018.
Respect of Persons
One of the most relevant, pertinent, and even convicting lessons to the church is found in James chapter 2. In this passage, the Apostle James very pointedly addresses what he calls being a "respecter of persons," which is to say showing partiality on others in our assemblies (churches based on carnal reasons.
Radio broadcast for November 4, 2018.
Pure Religion
Most people in our country claim to be religious. At the same time, quite a number of people in today's time claim to be believers but not religious. We're sure you've heard the cliche', that Christianity is "about a relationship, not a religion." In today's broadcast, we continue our study of the Book of James, coming to James' assertions about what true religion actually is, and why it's a great thing!
Radio broadcast for October 28, 2018.